If you've got a short journey to make, why not leave the car behind?
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Active travel like walking and cycling, including using mobility aid for short everyday trips to shops, to work and for leisure could be an effective way to fit regular physical activity into your daily routine. It's also a great way to explore what’s new in your local area. Barnet’s high streets are full of little gems on every corner, you never know what you might find!
Did you know?
Most people can walk half a mile or cycle two miles in 10 minutes. Walking and cycling count towards your recommended 150 minutes of weekly exercise and have many health benefits including helping you to maintain a healthy weight, to manage stress and feel more energetic.
Why travel actively:
It’s a great way to discover new places
Saves you money
Saves you time, it’s quicker, no waiting in traffic
It’s reliable, you can estimate exactly how long your journey will take
Can’t walk the whole way? Next time why don't you try parking a bit further from your destination and walk the last part. Use the Discover Your Town Centre maps below to plan your next journey, whether it’s popping to the shop, going for a walk, or commuting to work.
Active travel like walking and cycling, including using mobility aid for short everyday trips to shops, to work and for leisure could be an effective way to fit regular physical activity into your daily routine. It's also a great way to explore what’s new in your local area. Barnet’s high streets are full of little gems on every corner, you never know what you might find!
Did you know?
Most people can walk half a mile or cycle two miles in 10 minutes. Walking and cycling count towards your recommended 150 minutes of weekly exercise and have many health benefits including helping you to maintain a healthy weight, to manage stress and feel more energetic.
Why travel actively:
It’s a great way to discover new places
Saves you money
Saves you time, it’s quicker, no waiting in traffic
It’s reliable, you can estimate exactly how long your journey will take
Can’t walk the whole way? Next time why don't you try parking a bit further from your destination and walk the last part. Use the Discover Your Town Centre maps below to plan your next journey, whether it’s popping to the shop, going for a walk, or commuting to work.
